Since early in the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers and policymakers have raised serious concerns about impacts on women, including those pursuing careers in academic science. Today, the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine adds to the chorus with its report on how women academics in science, technology, engineering, math, and medicine are faring.

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In the 253 pages of the report—which reinforces existing concerns, particularly for women who are caregivers—some of the most resonant pieces are survey responses from women faculty members about the challenges they faced during the first 6 months of the pandemic.